Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this easy Orange Creamsicle Cake, a delightful dessert that captures the essence of summer. This beautifully moist cake features a light vanilla base infused with zesty orange and is topped with a fluffy orange and vanilla frosting. Perfect for parties, picnics, or family gatherings, this crowd-pleaser serves 24 people, ensuring everyone can enjoy a slice of sunshine. With its refreshing taste and eye-catching presentation, this cake is sure to impress guests of all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15.25 ounces vanilla cake mix
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup milk (or vanilla almond milk)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3.4 ounces orange gelatin
- 1 ¼ cup boiling water
- ⅓ cup fresh squeezed orange juice
- 15 ounces canned mandarin oranges (do not drain)
- 3.5 ounces vanilla instant pudding mix
- 8 ounces whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, eggs, milk, and vegetable oil. Mix with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes until well blended.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While baking, mix orange gelatin with boiling water and stir in fresh orange juice; let cool slightly.
- Poke holes evenly across the top of the warm cake using a wooden spoon handle or fork.
- Pour the cooled orange gelatin mixture over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes. Cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating.
- For frosting, whisk together vanilla pudding mix and fold in whipped topping; spread over cooled cake.
- Decorate with mandarin oranges before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Ensure eggs and milk are at room temperature for optimal mixing. Use fresh orange zest for enhanced flavor. Leftover cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days.